submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 11:30 am for a Maundy Thursday service with Communion. Student musicians Em Kirkpatrick, mezzo, and Charlotte Taddeo, oboe will perform “Quia respexit” by J.S. Bach.
Author: farrisr
Employer Tabling: ACR Homes
submitted by carrigan@augsburg.edu
Come chat with employer ACR Homes TODAY in the Christensen Center from 10am-2pm.
ACR Homes was voted a Top 5 Workplace 5 straight years, voted #1 by its employees TWICE, and received Special Awards for Meaningfulness, Ethics & Values, and Innovation Encouragement. (Star Tribune)
ACR Homes provides high quality residential health care & assistance for people with disabilities in the Twin Cities. We hire caring & dependable people to work with us in bringing the best quality of life possible to those we support while enjoying a unique & rewarding Job, Internship or Career.
Need a House Sitter?
submitted by engen@augsburg.edu
Dear Augsburg Community, I have a student that is looking for a house sitting opportunity. They are amazing, trustworthy, kind and dependable. If you are leaving town and need someone please reach out.
Take a Youth Studies Class This Fall
submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu
YST 210: Rethinking Children and Youth
Fall 2025, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30pm to 5:10pm
Instructor: Kao Nou L. Moua, PhD, MSW, LGSW (mouakao@augsburg.edu)
Society often expects children and youth to be seen and not heard. This course will develop an understanding of children and youth that will allow us to engage them as assets and agents of positive change.
This class is great for future youth workers, social workers, educators, coaches, and youth mentors!
Graduating Students: Commencement Reminders and Deadlines
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
Only a few more weeks until commencement!
If you plan to participate in commencement on May 9, check your email for important information and reminders that were sent on April 14, including commencement day instructions and venue information about the Minneapolis Convention Center.
Deadlines approaching:
(1) Review name pronunciation in NameCoach by April 24
(2) Reserve tickets by April 25
(3) Opt in by May 5 to receive text reminders from University Tickets
If you are unable to participate in the 2025 commencement ceremony but wish to have the opportunity to participate next year, please send an email to graduation@augsburg.edu by May 9 to request a deferral to the 2026 ceremony.
Pot Planting Day
submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu
Hey Friends, join us for the Pot Planting Day at CWC on April 23rd, from 10:30 to 11:30 am.
https://www.instagram.com/p/DIhTFBvOHMY/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Embodying Anti-Racism April Meeting
submitted by adamsc@augsburg.edu
You are invited to join us for the April meeting of the Embodying Anti-Racism:A Space to Practice affiliate group. We’ll be meeting Thursday, 17 April from noon until 1pm in Lindell 301. Please feel free to bring your lunch! We’ll be exploring some centering practices and building commitments to each other and to actions in our communities. We look forward to seeing you there! Please email Charles at adamsc@augsburg.edu if you have any questions!
Fitness Center and Weightroom Closed April 18-20
submitted by connell@augsburg.edu
Athletic Facilities, including the fitness center, weightroom, gym, field and ice arena, is closed for the Easter Holiday Weekend, April 18, 19 & 20.
LGBTQIA2S+ Staff and Faculty Lunch
submitted by heseltii@augsburg.edu
Join PRISM (Proudly Reflecting Identities, Stories, and Movements), an affirming and inclusive space for LGBTQIA+ staff and faculty to connect, celebrate, and support one another in fostering a vibrant and welcoming community.
Our April gathering will be 12:00-1:00pm on April 23rd. We’ll meet for a BYO Lunch in the Marshall Room. All faculty and staff are welcome to attend.
Please reach out to Ian Heseltine, heseltii@augsburg.edu, with any questions.
Thinking of What’s Next? Learn About the Fulbright Program—Thursday, April 24, 3:30 p.m.
submitted by devries@augsburg.edu
Get paid to teach, research, or study abroad after graduation with the Fulbright program. This prestigious program was founded in 1946 by Senator J. William Fulbright as a cultural exchange program with the goal of improving intercultural relations, cultural diplomacy, and intercultural competence between the people of the United States and other countries through mutual exchange of people, knowledge, and skills.
College graduates can get paid to teach, research, and study abroad through the Fulbright program. Current juniors, seniors, and graduates should start planning their applications now. Typically, students work with me over the summer to prepare their essays. The campus deadline for submission will be Friday, September 5.
Learn more at a Zoom info session on Thursday, April 24 from 3:30 to 4:30 pm.
Augsburg graduate and current Fulbright ETA in Bulgaria, Emma Joswiak-McLaughlin, will join us to talk about her experiences.
Please RSVP by contacting Jacqui deVries
New Student Positions This Week (1)
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
04/11/2025: Student: Costume Shop Assistant, Academic Year 2025-26
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000053381073-student-costume-shop-assistant-academic-year-2025-26
Don’t Lose Your Mail This Summer
submitted by longj@augsburg.edu
As we near the end of another year please don’t forget to take care of your campus mailbox. This includes checking it for any mail, returning your lock and filing out the survey for what you would like us to do with your mail after this semester.
Two weeks after the spring semester ends (on May 23, 2025) we will close all student campus boxes unless they responded to the End of Year survey. If you would like your mail forwarded or would like to keep your mailbox open for the summer, please fill out this survey
(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSen8Hb9X2VU3VbQWqr9sPleUUk0pJROmx7iM6sr-lfY4vjgMw/viewform?usp=sharing).
Before the fall semester starts we will reassign campus boxes to all residential students. Without completing the survey, it will most likely be a different number.
We are only able to forward 1st Class USPS mail. Packages must be looked at case by case. Some USPS will allow forwarding. (Reply to the Augsburg package email and we will look at that package.) Other packages (UPS, FedEx, Amazon, etc.), magazines, non-profit mail and standard mail will not be forwarded. We can also only forward to USA addresses. The forwarding period for the Augsburg Mailroom is two months from when the request is submitted. Afterward any additional mail we receive will be returned to sender.
We request that you contact the people/business sending you mail and update your address with them. Augsburg is classified as a business so you will not be able to do so through the US Post Office itself. Enrolling in online/electronic bills or statements can also be a smart option, it is environmentally friendly, secure and will often save you time (and sometimes money). Asking us to forward your mail does not change your mailing address with the USPS or Augsburg University, just with the Mailroom.
Staff and Faculty Ice Cream Social – May 20
submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu
Please join us in the Quad on Tues. May 20, 3:00 – 4:30 p.m., for a staff and faculty ice cream social. Come, make a sundae with your favorite toppings and join your colleagues from across campus in celebrating the end of the academic year.
Enter to Win $1,000 – Student Needs Survey
submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu
To:
All Augsburg students:
What:
Enter to win $1000!
WHAT???:
Enter to win $1000!
How:
Check your email from Michael Grewe, Assistant Provost and Dean of Students, for a link to tell Augsburg your thoughts in the Student Needs Survey, which will take no more than 20 minutes to complete.
Gift Cards:
Gift cards totaling $1500 have already been awarded. $2,500 in gift card incentives remain; this includes one $1000 gift card, one $500, five $100, and ten $50 gift cards.
When:
Fill in the survey by April 19, 2025 to be considered for the last selection of gift card winners.
Winners of the remaining gift cards will be selected after the close of the survey. Complete the survey soon to be eligible!
Appreciation:
Thank you for supporting the Augsburg community by completing the survey.
Get the word out:
Please tell your friends and student organization peers about the survey.
Questions?
Email deanofstudents@augsburg.edu
Monday, Monday, Can’t Trust That Day
submitted by pippert@augsburg.edu
The Mamas and the Papas (how’s that for a throwback reference) told us that every other day of the week is fine, but they can’t trust that day. Let’s prove them wrong and gather for the faculty and staff community coffee on Monday in FOS 171. Drop in anytime between 9:45-10:45 a.m.
1st/2nd Year: Get Paid Experience with Boston Scientific
submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu
Boston Scientific is launching an innovative program specifically designed for first-generation college students in their 1st or 2nd years of study– Boston Scientific Early Talent Hiring Program. This program is not just about summer work; it’s about creating an enriching experience that includes:
–Competitive pay
–Professional development sessions
–Facility tours
–Meet Company Leadership
–A unique insight into the workings of Boston Scientific
Target Audience:
–Year: Freshman/Sophomore AND First Generation College Students
–Preferred Majors: Engineering, Business, Supply Chain
–Must reside within the Twin Cities area
Location: Boston Scientific Arden Hills
Duration: 12 Weeks
Start Date: June 3, 2025
Pay: $17.50/hr
Resume and unofficial transcript is required for application.
See the flyer here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ppvk5FXLholZLP73NkfLq9mTSY0ZF7cB/view?usp=sharing
Announcing 2025-26 Student Government and ASAC representatives
submitted by christe@augsburg.edu
It’s our pleasure to announce the newly elected Day Student Government and Augsburg Student Activities Council representatives for 2025-2026!
Augsburg Day Student Government
President: Stephen Nushann
Vice President: Jesiah Mason
Sophomore Class President: Yewande Lawal
Sophomore Senators: Alwena Brix, Everett Parker, Evan Bitengo
Junior Class President: Adam Maxmud
Junior Class Senator: Aidan Wippich
Senior Class President: Maya Miller
Augsburg Student Activities Council
President: Asli Hersi
Vice President: Daniel Fapohunda
Fall elections will take place for first-year senators and to fill senate vacancies.
If you know these students, please offer them huge congratulations!
Central Services Closed
submitted by longj@augsburg.edu
Central Services will be closed on April 18 for Good Friday. This includes the Copy Center, Shipping/Receiving and the Mailroom. There will be no mail/package pick up or delivery those days. We will be open our regular hours again on Monday April 21, 2025
No A-mail TOMORROW
submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu
As a reminder, there will be no A-mail on Friday, April 18 due to the Good Friday holiday. A-mail will resume on Monday next week.
Participate in a Survey on Law Enforcement and Interrogation Techniques
submitted by wagnerdd@augsburg.edu
We’re seeking participants to share their perspectives on law enforcement and interrogation techniques in a brief survey. Your input is valuable and will contribute to important research led by faculty and students in the psychology department. Participation is completely voluntary, and all responses are confidential.
Incentives: Complete the survey for a chance to win one of ten $5 Target gift cards or the grand prize of a $50 Target gift card!
Next Week: Sustainability Stories and Lunch
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
All are welcome to join faculty, staff, and students who are involved in environmental initiatives around campus for a lunch-and-learn style gathering on Earth Day! We’ll share community, eat good food, and hear updates about sustainability work from lots of corners of campus. Free lunch provided.
Sustainability Stories
Tuesday, April 22
12–1:30 p.m.
East Commons
New Staff Positions This Week (5)
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
04/14/2025: Medical Director, Physician Assistant Studies
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000053707225-medical-director-physician-assistant-studies
04/10/2025: Graduate Assistant Women’s Lacrosse Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000053157973-graduate-assistant-women-s-lacrosse-coach
04/10/2025: Graduate Assistant Women’s Wrestling Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000053158085-graduate-assistant-women-s-wrestling-coach
04/10/2025: Maintenance Operator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000053154515-maintenance-operator
04/09/2025: Public Safety Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000052909682-public-safety-officer
Enter to Win $1,000 – Student Needs Survey
submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu
To:
All Augsburg students:
What:
Enter to win $1000!
WHAT???:
Enter to win $1000!
How:
Check your email from Michael Grewe, Assistant Provost and Dean of Students, for a link to tell Augsburg your thoughts in the Student Needs Survey, which will take no more than 20 minutes to complete.
Gift Cards:
Gift cards totaling $1500 have already been awarded. $2,500 in gift card incentives remain; this includes one $1000 gift card, one $500, five $100, and ten $50 gift cards.
When:
Fill in the survey by April 19, 2025 to be considered for the last selection of gift card winners.
Winners of the remaining gift cards will be selected after the close of the survey. Complete the survey soon to be eligible!
Appreciation:
Thank you for supporting the Augsburg community by completing the survey.
Get the word out:
Please tell your friends and student organization peers about the survey.
Questions?
Email deanofstudents@augsburg.edu
Thinking of What’s Next? Learn About the Fulbright Program—Thursday, April 24, 3:30 p.m.
submitted by devries@augsburg.edu
Get paid to teach, research, or study abroad after graduation with the Fulbright program. This prestigious program was founded in 1946 by Senator J. William Fulbright as a cultural exchange program with the goal of improving intercultural relations, cultural diplomacy, and intercultural competence between the people of the United States and other countries through mutual exchange of people, knowledge, and skills.
College graduates can get paid to teach, research, and study abroad through the Fulbright program. Current juniors, seniors, and graduates should start planning their applications now. Typically, students work with me over the summer to prepare their essays. The campus deadline for submission will be Friday, September 5.
Learn more at a Zoom info session on Thursday, April 24 from 3:30 to 4:30 pm.
Augsburg graduate and current Fulbright ETA in Bulgaria, Emma Joswiak-McLaughlin, will join us to talk about her experiences.
Please RSVP by contacting Jacqui deVries
Take a Youth Studies Class This Fall
submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu
YST 210: Rethinking Children and Youth
Fall 2025, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30pm to 5:10pm
Instructor: Kao Nou L. Moua, PhD, MSW, LGSW (mouakao@augsburg.edu)
Society often expects children and youth to be seen and not heard. This course will develop an understanding of children and youth that will allow us to engage them as assets and agents of positive change.
This class is great for future youth workers, social workers, educators, coaches, and youth mentors!
Now Hiring: Career Center Peer Advisors for 2025-2026 Academic Year
submitted by musto@augsburg.edu
Are you interested in supporting students with coaching, goal setting, and career advice? We’re hiring for two peer advisors for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Peer advisors have the opportunity to expand skills in communicating, presenting, problem solving, teamwork, and leadership. Additionally, PAs staff in drop-in hours to assist Augsburg students on resume and cover letter reviews, internship and job searching strategies, and other career related topics. PAs take part in training and regular meetings to develop their career management skills.
If you’re headed into your second academic year, have the availability to work during the school day, and are enthusiastic about supporting your peers, we’d love to see you apply!
New Staff Positions This Week (5)
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
04/14/2025: Medical Director, Physician Assistant Studies
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000053707225-medical-director-physician-assistant-studies
04/10/2025: Graduate Assistant Women’s Lacrosse Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000053157973-graduate-assistant-women-s-lacrosse-coach
04/10/2025: Graduate Assistant Women’s Wrestling Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000053158085-graduate-assistant-women-s-wrestling-coach
04/10/2025: Maintenance Operator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000053154515-maintenance-operator
04/09/2025: Public Safety Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000052909682-public-safety-officer
TOMORROW: Sabo Center and Interfaith Housewarming Party
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join the Sabo Center (115) and Interfaith Institute (106) in Oren Gateway Center for a Housewarming Party on Thursday, April 17th from 3:00 – 6:00 pm. The Sabo Center has risen from the underside of Anderson Residence Hall to the delightful and light-filled offices opposite Nabo Cafe. The Interfaith Institute is just down the hall and we are pleased to welcome you to celebrate with us. There will be arty stuff, space to share your ideas, and PRIZES! Light refreshments will be served.
LGBTQIA2S+ Staff and Faculty Lunch
submitted by heseltii@augsburg.edu
Join PRISM (Proudly Reflecting Identities, Stories, and Movements), an affirming and inclusive space for LGBTQIA+ staff and faculty to connect, celebrate, and support one another in fostering a vibrant and welcoming community.
Our April gathering will be 12:00-1:00pm on April 23rd. We’ll meet for a BYO Lunch in the Marshall Room. All faculty and staff are welcome to attend.
Please reach out to Ian Heseltine, heseltii@augsburg.edu, with any questions.
Faculty: Commencement Is Right Around the Corner
submitted by obeys@augsburg.edu
All faculty are strongly encouraged to participate in the clapping tunnel in full regalia at commencement on May 9. You will not need to reserve a ticket for the ceremony; however, you will need a faculty pass to enter the Convention Center. Please complete the faculty sign-up form below by April 25 to let us know you plan to attend so that your credentials will be available when you arrive.
Estamos Unidos Film Screening TODAY
submitted by zapataaa@augsburg.edu
Students from “Empires and Borderlands in North America” would like to invite the Augsburg community to a special screening of Alvaro Morales’s documentary “Estamos Unidos.” This film documents the intense journey of several hundred migrants from the Guatemala – Mexico Border up to Mexico City, Mexico. The screening will take place in Oren 111, Wednesday, April 16th, from 3:30pm – 5:30pm. Know Your Right info cards will also be available. This community event is being co-sponsored by the Department of History and Department of Critical Race and Ethnicity Studies.
Any questions before or after the screening can be sent to – zapataa@ausburg.edu .
Wellness Wednesday – Build a Bird House
submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu
Build a Bird House, anyone? Let’s give those birdies some home 🙂 Join us next week!
Wednesday, April 16th
Time: 10:30am-11:30am
Location: CWC Group Room
Staff and Faculty: 36 Questions for Civic Love Event TODAY
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join us on April 16th at the Mixed Blood Theater for dinner and the opportunity to spend time with someone you don’t know (or, if you’d really rather, someone you do). 36 Questions for Civic Love is a toolkit designed to connect strangers, and strengthen relationships between neighbors, comrades, and colleagues. We’re extending this invitation to community partners in our neighborhoods as well, giving you the opportunity to connect with people at places like the Brian Coyle Community Center, Afghan Cultural Society, Cedar Cultural Center, KFAI and more.
Please RSVP using the link below to help us plan for dinner and childcare. Please email Jenean Gilmer with any questions or concerns.
This event is for STAFF and FACULTY only. If any student groups are interested in hosting a similar event, please contact Jenean Gilmer.
Participate in a Survey on Law Enforcement and Interrogation Techniques
submitted by wagnerdd@augsburg.edu
We’re seeking participants to share their perspectives on law enforcement and interrogation techniques in a brief survey. Your input is valuable and will contribute to important research led by faculty and students in the psychology department. Participation is completely voluntary, and all responses are confidential.
Incentives: Complete the survey for a chance to win one of ten $5 Target gift cards or the grand prize of a $50 Target gift card!
Lindell Library Closed April 18–20
submitted by vanclev1@augsburg.edu
Lindell Library will be closed this weekend, from Friday 4/18 to Sunday 4/20. We will reopen with regular hours on Monday, 4/21. The building’s hours are listed on the library website at library.augsburg.edu/hours
TODAY: Employer Tabling—College Possible
submitted by carrigan@augsburg.edu
Come meet employer, College Possible, from 10am-12pm in the Christensen Center lobby. At College Possible, we believe in the power of opportunity. Since 2000, we’ve helped over 90,000 students transform their dreams into reality by guiding them through every step of the college journey. From high school through graduation, our dedicated near-peer coaches provide personalized support, ensuring that each student not only gets into college but thrives there—at no cost to them or their families.
Staff: Commencement Needs You
submitted by obeys@augsburg.edu
Staff volunteers are needed to help make the commencement ceremony on May 9 a meaningful and successful experience for our graduates and their families.
Volunteer Roles Include:
– Accessible Seating Ushers, Greeters, and Wayfinding (4:30-7:30 p.m.) Manage the accessible seating table and seating areas; assist guests with finding a seating location and/or other facilities; hand out programs; provide assistance for wayfinding and/or other needs.
– Greeters, and Wayfinding (4:30–7 p.m.) Greet graduates, faculty, family members, and guests of Commencement at the Target Center; assist families with finding a seating location and/or other facilities; hand out programs; provide assistance for wayfinding and/or other needs.
– Graduate Name Cards (4:30–6:30 p.m.) Staff the graduate name card check-in tables; assist graduates with lining up; provide assistance for wayfinding and/or answering other questions.
– Graduate Ushers (4:30-6:30 p.m.) Staff will be in Expo Hall E helping form processional lines.
– Ticket Resolution (4:30-7:30p.m.) Staff will help with resolving ticket issues in the lobby
Please fill out the staff volunteer form below by April 25 to let us know of your interest. You will receive a follow-up email to confirm your volunteer assignment and provide additional details.
Central Services Closed
submitted by longj@augsburg.edu
Central Services will be closed on April 18 for Good Friday. This includes the Copy Center, Shipping/Receiving and the Mailroom. There will be no mail/package pick up or delivery those days. We will be open our regular hours again on Monday April 21, 2025
New Student Positions This Week (1)
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
04/11/2025: Student: Costume Shop Assistant, Academic Year 2025-26
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000053381073-student-costume-shop-assistant-academic-year-2025-26
TODAY: Employer Tabling—ACR Homes
submitted by carrigan@augsburg.edu
Come chat with employer ACR Homes TODAY in the Christensen Center from 10am-2pm.
ACR Homes was voted a Top 5 Workplace 5 straight years, voted #1 by its employees TWICE, and received Special Awards for Meaningfulness, Ethics & Values, and Innovation Encouragement. (Star Tribune)
ACR Homes provides high quality residential health care & assistance for people with disabilities in the Twin Cities. We hire caring & dependable people to work with us in bringing the best quality of life possible to those we support while enjoying a unique & rewarding Job, Internship or Career.
Pan Asian Legacy Celebration on April 4
submitted by hodd@augsburg.edu
Every year the Department of Student Initiatives hosts the Pan Asian Legacy Celebration, with traditions to celebrate graduating seniors, emerging leaders and alumni. This year it’s hosted in the chapel on April 4 from 7 to 8:30 pm.
Our theme, Threads of Legacy, represents the deep connections that bind us through our shared histories and traditions. Like the intricate threads of a spiderweb, our legacies are woven together—linking generations, student organizations, and leaders who continue to shape and uplift our community. This banquet is a celebration of our collective excellence, the traditions we carry forward, and the lasting impact we create together.”
Farewell for Marah Jacobson: Thursday April 3
submitted by boylek@augsburg.edu
Please join us on Thursday, April 3rd from 10:00-11:30am in Oren Gateway 100 as we bid farewell to Marah Jacobson on her last day at Augsburg. In her 7 years of service to the university, Marah has been instrumental in the success of multiple initiatives in her role as Associate Provost and Title IX officer, including the implementation of a degree audit, co-leading our HLC reaffirmation, the development of a new gen ed curriculum, and the launch of our PSEO program. The Augsburg community has benefited greatly from her leadership and commitment. Marah will begin her new role as provost and vice president for academic affairs at Bemidji State University on April 7. Come join us as we celebrate Marah and wish her well on this exciting next step of her journey.
Staff and Faculty—Save the Date: 36 Questions for Civic Love on April 16
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join us on April 16th at the Mixed Blood Theater for dinner and the opportunity to spend time with someone you don’t know (or, if you’d really rather, someone you do). 36 Questions for Civic Love is a toolkit designed to connect strangers, and strengthen relationships between neighbors, comrades, and colleagues. We’re extending this invitation to community partners in our neighborhoods as well, giving you the opportunity to connect with people at places like the Brian Coyle Community Center, Afghan Cultural Society, Cedar Cultural Center, KFAI and more.
Please RSVP using the link below to help us plan for dinner and childcare. Please email Jenean Gilmer with any questions or concerns.
Should You Switch? New GenEd Curriculum in Fall 2025
submitted by boylek@augsburg.edu
A new general education curriculum will be offered starting in fall 2025. The resources below are designed to help current undergraduate students consider whether switching their catalog year to the new degree requirements is a good option for them. Switching to the new degree requirements is optional.
Please contact Stacy Freiheit, General Education Director, with questions at freiheit@augsburg.edu.
Should You Switch GenEd Resources
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rYhdA1AAmnWrPtABZpLt0yu2lmdjcZOnimOWbPqVnm0/edit?usp=sharing
Submit to Thó Wiŋ Magazine
submitted by covalt@augsburg.edu
Augsburg’s Thó Wiŋ Magazine’s submissions will close on Monday, March 31st. If you have artwork, photography, poetry, short stories, or academic writing you want to see published, you can submit at https://www.thowinmagazine.com/submissions.
We are looking to include a wide variety of Augsburg community voices, so if you have any questions about whether your work belongs in a literary magazine, please be assured that your submissions would be more than welcome!
This Friday: DIY Wardrobe Workshop
submitted by cagigasd@augsburg.edu
Join us and decorate, modify, or mend clothing items! Whether they’re your own or you discover something from the ShareShop, supplies will be provided! You can find fabric paint, iron on patches, sewing machines, and more to make your own unique piece!
Come by the ShareShop in Sverdrup 8B this Friday, March 28th from 3:00-6:00pm!
See you then!
New FAFSA Deadline
submitted by bjorkluw@augsburg.edu
The 2025-2026 FAFSA is available to complete online at http://www.studentaid.gov. If you have not yet completed your FAFSA for the upcoming academic year, please complete this as soon as possible to ensure funding availability.
The deadline to receive the MN State Grant is July 31st, 2025. Your FAFSA must be fully submitted by this date.
Student Financial Services is available to assist you with FAFSA completion appointments.
Faculty/Staff: Please help us in reminding students to complete their FAFSA ASAP!
New Staff Positions This Week (4)
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
03/21/2025: Community Garden Coordinator, Seasonal/Temporary
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000049226875-community-garden-coordinator-seasonal-temporary
03/21/2025: Associate Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000049225869-associate-vice-president-and-chief-financial-officer
03/20/2025: Director of Academic Administration
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000049015775-director-of-academic-administration
03/19/2025: Human Resources Coordinator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000048813374-human-resources-coordinator
Staff and Faculty Coffee – Thursday at 1:00
submitted by pippert@augsburg.edu
Faculty and Staff – Please join us for a drop-in coffee from 1:00-2:00 p.m. on Thursday in FOS 171. Take a few minutes out of your day to be reminded of all the amazing folks around us.
Drop-in and Chat Coffee Times (a gift from the Provost) will be held each Monday (9:45-10:45) and Thursday (1:00-2:00) in FOS 171.
Participate in a Survey on Law Enforcement and Interrogation Techniques
submitted by wagnerdd@augsburg.edu
We’re seeking participants to share their perspectives on law enforcement and interrogation techniques in a brief survey. Your input is valuable and will contribute to important research led by faculty and students in the psychology department. Participation is completely voluntary, and all responses are confidential.
Incentives: Complete the survey for a chance to win one of ten $5 Target gift cards or the grand prize of a $50 Target gift card!
Important Campus Access Reminders
submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu
Safety on campus is a shared responsibility. Preventing behaviors like “piggybacking” or “tailgating” (letting individuals without a fob follow others through fob-access doors) is an important way we maintain a safe environment for all Auggies. While it may feel uncomfortable, it’s important not to hold secure doors open for people you don’t know.
CAMPUS ACCESS REMINDERS:
– Use your own fob, every time.
– If someone you don’t know approaches a locked door at the same time as you, step back and allow them to fob in ahead of you. If they don’t have a fob, they should contact the Department of Public Safety or call the person they are trying to meet.
– If you use your fob to let someone you don’t know into a secure area, it is your responsibility to escort them to their destination and stay with them until they connect with the individual(s) they are on campus to meet.
– If someone you don’t know follows you into a residence hall, contact the Department of Public Safety at (612) 330-1717 immediately.
Escape Room Adventure
submitted by rengifoj@augsburg.edu
Ready for a night of thrills and teamwork?
Join the International Student Organization for an exciting Escape Room Challenge on Saturday March 29th at 2pm! At Mission Manor Escape Rooms, we will have 4 different themes to choose from! Test your problem-solving skills, bond with fellow members, and see if you can crack the code before time runs out. We only have 40 spots available, so sign up fast to secure your spot! RSVP ASAP. Transportation will be provided! We will meet in Christensen at 1pm hoping to leave by 1:30pm !
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience!
Seeking Survey Participants
submitted by wurstera@augsburg.edu
Hello, my name is Ashley Wurster and I am currently a clinical psychology doctoral student at Augsburg University. I am conducting a research study about how episode patterns in schizophrenia may affect stigmatization levels among mental health practitioners and the general public in Minnesota, and I would like to include you in my research. The study will be completed exclusively online and consist of a survey about your demographics and your experiences with and attitudes on schizophrenia/severe mental illnesses. It should take about 10-15 minutes to complete. To thank you for your participation, there will be an option at the end of the survey to have a $2 bill mailed to you. If you are interested in participating, please use the link below to access the surveys. I appreciate you taking the time to consider participating in this important research.
Daily Chapel: Alternative Spring Break Reflections
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am to hear reflections from students about their experiences in Atlanta while on the Campus Ministry Alternative Spring Break trip. While in Atlanta students spent the week working with and learning from local organizations.
Get Paid to Teach, Study, or Research Abroad — Apply for a Fulbright
submitted by devries@augsburg.edu
Fulbright gives you the opportunity to teach, research, or study abroad for an academic year. The process of applying is invaluable and winning the award is a life changing experience.
To be eligible and competitive you need to:
– Be a U.S. Citizen
– Hold a 3.0 or higher GPA for serving as an English Teaching Assistant
– Hold a 3.5 or higher to conduct research or attend graduate school
– Be an active member in the Augsburg community or your home community
– Have effective skills to serve as a cultural ambassador of the U.S. to your host country
If you are a junior or senior you would be working this summer on your application for an early fall submission. If you are awarded the Fulbright you would most likely leave the following summer.
If you would like to learn more about the Fulbright program, please contact Jacqueline deVries
Faculty Regalia Rentals for Commencement—Order by April 1
submitted by commencement@augsburg.edu
For faculty who are planning to participate in this year’s commencement ceremony on May 9 and who need regalia, rentals are available through Herff Jones.
Please use the information below to verify your regalia order. The deadline to order rental regalia is April 1, 2025.
http://www.herffjones.com/capgown/order
Customer #22001577000
Order #5286531
Select your name to verify your information. If you are not shown in the dropdown menu, please select “new faculty member” and add your information in the portal. IMPORTANT: Please use your alma mater institution in order to receive the correct hood colors.
Please contact Kelly LaRocca, Augsburg bookstore manager, at klarocca@bncollege.com if you have any questions.
TOMORROW: Focused Conversation with Institutional Advancement
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
All faculty and staff are invited to attend a Focused Conversation this Thursday, March 27. Amy Alkire, vice president for institutional advancement, and Sarah Erkkinen, associate vice president for institutional advancement, will provide an update on the university’s philanthropic priorities and the Promising Futures campaign.
March Focused Conversation: Institutional Advancement Update
Thursday, March 27, 2025
12–1 p.m.
Marshall Room or via Zoom
To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link, visit the All Hands page.
St Paul Saints Tix Available
submitted by isaacson@augsburg.edu
With the start of the baseball season this week, it’s time to start thinking about some time at the ballpark. Due to college graduation season for family members, I have a few St Paul Saints tickets available for sale. Seats are $18 each and are located in Section 105 Row 10 on the aisle (seats 1 and 2). Normally $22 if purchased online.
Dates Available
Tuesday, May 6th at 6:37 pm
Thursday, May 8th at 6:37 pm
Saturday, May 10th at 2:07 pm
Wednesday, May 21st at 6:37 pm
Tuesday, June 3rd at 7:07 pm
Email me at isaacson@augsburg.edu to arrange payment / electronic ticket delivery
April 1: Remembering War: Story Making Across Memory, Place, and Generations
submitted by mouakao@augsburg.edu
Join us for the second event of BE/COMING HOME as we commemorate 50 years since the first resettlement of Southeast Asians in the U.S. Our storytellers will weave together personal experiences to create an intergenerational narrative of war, displacement, hope, and longing. Together, we will consider how collective memory shapes identity and place, and empowers healing and resistance.
April 1, 2025
Hoversten Chapel
6:30pm to 8:00pm
This event is open to the public and sponsored by: Critical Race and Ethnicity Studies, History, Social Work, Student Initiatives, and Schwartz School of the Arts
Cloud ERP Vendor Demonstration Feedback
submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu
The Cloud ERP project steering committee wants to hear your feedback on any demonstrations you saw this week for Oracle. Please use this anonymous survey to give your feedback:
New Staff Positions This Week (3)
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
03/12/2025: Lead Public Safety Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000047450390-lead-public-safety-officer
03/12/2025: Assistant Director of Public Safety
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000047433765-assistant-director-of-public-safety
03/12/2025: Development and Communications Associate, Minnesota Urban Debate League
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000047389011-development-and-communications-associate-minnesota-urban-debate-league
Faculty Regalia Rentals for Commencement
submitted by commencement@augsburg.edu
For faculty who are planning to participate in this year’s commencement ceremony on May 9 and who need regalia, rentals are available through Herff Jones.
Please use the information below to verify your regalia order. The deadline to order rental regalia is April 1, 2025.
http://www.herffjones.com/capgown/order
Customer #22001577000
Order #5286531
Select your name to verify your information. If you are not shown in the dropdown menu, please select “new faculty member” and add your information in the portal. IMPORTANT: Please use your alma mater institution in order to receive the correct hood colors.
Please contact Kelly LaRocca, Augsburg bookstore manager, at klarocca@bncollege.com if you have any questions.
Staff and Faculty: Save the Date for “36 Questions for Civic Love” on April 16
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join us on April 16th at the Mixed Blood Theater for dinner and the opportunity to spend time with someone you don’t know (or, if you’d really rather, someone you do). 36 Questions for Civic Love is a toolkit designed to connect strangers, and strengthen relationships between neighbors, comrades, and colleagues. We’re extending this invitation to community partners in our neighborhoods as well, giving you the opportunity to connect with people at places like the Brian Coyle Community Center, Afghan Cultural Society, Cedar Cultural Center, KFAI and more. This event is open to all Augsburg staff and faculty, and community partners.
Please RSVP using the link below to help us plan for dinner and childcare. Please email Jenean Gilmer with any questions or concerns.
Gas Meter Repair at Luther Hall on Wednesday, March 19
submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu
CenterPoint Energy is scheduled to replace the Luther Hall gas meter this Wednesday, March 19th from 9am-12pm. This will affect the heat and hot water in the building during this time.
Aquarium Expo – March 22 (Last Saturday of Spring Break) – Hagfors Center
submitted by capman@augsburg.edu
The Biology Department is hosting a large Aquarium Expo in collaboration with the Minnesota Aquarium Society
March 22, 2025 (last Saturday of spring break), 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Free and open to the public, including free parking
Hagfors Center first floor and biology labs, including:
– Large aquarium show – 100 – 200 tanks with a wide diversity of freshwater tropical fish and aquatic plants
– Speakers (including emeritus biology professor Bill Capman speaking on marine fish and invertebrate breeding methodology)
– Biology lab and greenhouse tours led by students
– Tours of Augsburg’s coral reef aquaria and marine fish and invertebrate breeding lab
– Live corals and other live critters under microscopes
– Several dozen vendors (aquarium-related, as well as some wonderful artwork/paintings and bioactive vivariums/terrariums)
– Food truck
– and more
New Student Positions This Week (1)
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
03/11/2025: Student: Campus Life AugSem Leader
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/a6fb0b1b-628c-49d7-bd54-61fe9b868566-student-campus-life-augsem-leader
Spring Break Department Hours
submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu
Curious about when departments are open during Spring Break? We’ve got you covered!
Explore Graduate Programs at Augsburg
submitted by yangpe@augsburg.edu
Are you an Augsburg undergrad thinking about your next steps after graduation? The Augsburg Graduate Admissions team will be tabling at the Strommen Center to connect with students interested in pursuing a graduate degree right here at Augsburg!
Date: Tuesday, March 18th
Location: Strommen Center
⏰ Time: 11 AM – 2 PM
Stop by to learn more about our graduate programs, including:
Master of Arts in Leadership
Master of Business Administration
Master of Music Therapy
Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing
Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies
Master of Social Work
Master of Arts in Teaching/Education
Master of Arts in Nursing
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology
Doctor of Medical Science
This is a great opportunity to ask questions, explore programs, and start planning your graduate education journey. We look forward to seeing you there!
First Annual Auggie Baby Shark Entrepreneur Contest
submitted by kastsech@augsburg.edu
Announcing the 1st annual Auggie Baby Shark Entrepreneur Contest!
Compete for $10,000 in prize money for your business or social enterprise idea.
The Augsburg Baby Shark Contest encourages students to explore entrepreneurial potential, seek out new opportunities, and use the skills & knowledge acquired to launch a new business. This annual event is organized by the School of Business and is open to all current Augsburg University undergraduate & graduate students. In order to be eligible, students must be registered in the semester of competition with a valid Augsburg University student ID.
COMPETITION DETAILS
● Individuals & teams consisting of one to 4 students
● All academic schools/disciplines are eligible
● Business Ventures for students focused on more traditional commercial opportunities. These can be business-to-consumer, business-to-business, technology-based ventures, & are typically for-profit models.
● Social Ventures for students whose ventures are primarily focused on solving significant social problems — such as poverty alleviation, social injustice, and environmental sustainability – using entrepreneurial methods in order to craft innovative solutions that are effective and scalable. These can be non-profit, for-profit, or a mixture of both (hybrid models).
Deadline: April 1
More details and how to enter:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1xSfxfQfiLGeEGrGvruharG4niesrIJLwc6YEfSqONug/edit
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1xSfxfQfiLGeEGrGvruharG4niesrIJLwc6YEfSqONug/edit
Embodying Anti-Racism: A Space to Practice
submitted by adamsc@augsburg.edu
An invitation for white-identifying faculty, staff, and administrators to explore embodying anti-racism through conversation, somatic and physical practices, and the lens of Freirean pedagogy. Everyone learns, everyone teaches. We will have our first meeting Thursday, 13 February from 12:00pm-1:00pm in Lindell Library 301. Join us for our first meeting, where we will decide future meeting times and begin building relations for the work of embodying anti-racism.
Greenhouse First Friday: TODAY
submitted by vaneck@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg Biology Department’s rooftop greenhouse grows an appreciation for and deeper understanding of the plants of our planet. The greenhouse is open to the Augsburg campus community on the first Friday of every month this semester, from noon to 3pm. The Augsburg community is invited to come see what we’ve got growing on, enjoy the tropical atmosphere and marvel at hundreds of plant species from all over the world.
The next First Friday of the semester is this TODAY, February 7, 12pm—3pm. The greenhouse is located on the 4th floor of the Hagfors Center.
Stay updated on greenhouse activities by following us on Instagram!
Tian Is Opening Next Week—Get Your Tickets
submitted by gebbengn@augsburg.edu
Tian
by Johanna Caroline Schön
Directed by Kayla Marie Mielke and Johanna Caroline Schön
Who owns history? And who is allowed to tell its stories? The student-written piece Tian centers around these fundamental questions. This conflict becomes clear when the audience is led through the life of romantic poet Karoline von Günderrode by two characters with two very different claims to Karoline’s story: Bettine von Arnim, contemporary and close friend of Karoline, who wants to paint a strong, feminist picture; and the Playwright whose goal is to create an enticing, heart-wrenching play. The audience finds themselves in the in-betweens of history, whilst being part of Karoline’s personal journey filled with struggles, doubt, and dreams.
The performance dates are the 13th, 14th, 15th of February at 7:00PM, and the 16th at 3:00pm.
New Staff Positions This Week (4)
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
02/05/2025: 2nd Shift Custodian
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000040852100-2nd-shift-custodian
01/31/2025: Academic Advisor
– undefined
01/31/2025: Assistive Technology and Accommodations Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000041080375-assistive-technology-and-accommodations-specialist
01/30/2025: Assistant Registrar for Scheduling and Compliance
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000039663989-assistant-registrar-for-scheduling-and-compliance
New Faculty Development Opportunities
submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu
Augsburg faculty & staff now have access to ACUE’s one-hour quick study courses in a variety of topics (AI, media literacy, constructive conversations, experiential education) ) at no additional expense. You can review all available course titles here. Seats are limited, and enrollment for the first session is only open from Feb 1 to Feb 15. Register today!
New Staff Position: 2nd Shift Custodian
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
Available Shift: Tuesday – Saturday, 5:00 pm – 1:30 am (Full-Time)
This position is responsible for cleaning and servicing designated areas according to the established procedures, area of responsibility and other assignments necessary to perform as assigned by the supervisor or lead. Follow proper cleaning methods, utilizing equipment for each situation, based on training, to ensure the campus maintains a healthy, safe, and sanitary environment.
Primary Responsibilities:
– General cleaning of area(s) of responsibility including waste removal, vacuuming, carpet cleaning, detail cleaning of restrooms, entries, common areas, wall washing, Kivac as needed, spot cleaning walls, staircases, dust mop, and mop or auto scrub floors.
– Detailing area(s) which will include dusting, edge vacuuming, cleaning light fixtures, cleaning and polishing drinking fountains, and straightening furniture and accessories.
– Buffing floors, Cleaning Carpets, and deep cleaning restrooms as needed.
– Clean all glass entry doors, inside and out. throughout the shift, as needed.
– Assist in the coverage of open areas due to vacations, sick calls, and open positions.
Additional Examples of Work Performed:
– Completing work orders.
– Clean and maintain all custodial equipment and closets according to set standards.
– Clean outside entryways, up to 15 feet from the door, and keep them free of debris and snow.
– Summer and school break apartment turn cleaning.
– Report damages, acts of vandalism, and needed repairs.
– Bio-hazard clean-up.
– Assist with event cleanup.
– All other duties are assigned by the Facilities Operation Manager, Custodial Supervisor, or Lead Custodian.
Kavira – Share Your Feedback
submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu
Augsburg is excited to offer Kavira On-Demand Primary care to employees on Augsburg’s medical insurance plan. We would love to hear from employees who have used Kavira to see how this offering is adding value or could be improved.
Norwegian Bi-Partisan Delegation Lecture and Conversation—Wednesday, February 26, 2025
submitted by hermansb@augsburg.edu
A Norwegian by-partisan parliament delegation will visit campus this month (hold a lecture, and answer questions from students).
Date: February 26, 2025
Time: 1:50 pm – 3:00 pm
Location: OGC 100
The group consists of 5-6 members from the parliament, representing the Labour Party, the Conservative and Progressive Party, Socialist Left Party, and the Center Party to name a few.
Most of them work on environmental issues, but are also able to share knowledge and expertise on Norwegian, European and World politics, the role of NATO and the United Nation. And maybe most importantly they will address the importance of bi-partisan collaborations.
Please email Bettine Hoff Hermanson if you are interested in joining the event: hermansb@augsburg.edu
All are welcome but space is somewhat limited!
Daily Chapel: Pastor Charlie Ruud and Blessing of Baseball Team
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am to hear Pastor Charlie Ruud, Lead Pastor at Richfield Lutheran Church, preach. We will offer a blessing to the Augsburg Baseball team as well.
Participants Needed for a Mental Health Study
submitted by stevenss@augsburg.edu
Are you between the ages of 18 & 25?
You are invited to participate in a study investigating emotion and mental health!
ENTER A RAFFLE FOR 1 of 8 $25 VISA GIFT CARDS!
Access the study here: https://augsburg.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0idiuYgLQrXZfym
Please contact the study’s primary investigator with any questions at
stevenss@augsburg.edu
Thank you!
TOMORROW: Community Connections Conference | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
The Community Connections Conference is an annual free event that connects residents of Minneapolis, community groups, neighborhoods and local government.
Minneapolis Convention Center, first floor, Hall E, 1301 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404.
Over 100 booths from the City of Minneapolis and other community groups
Workshops and community dialogues on important topics
Performances from local artists
Free lunch! Free admission!
All communities should feel welcome in City spaces
It should be easy for everyone to get involved and influence important decisions and allll communities should get information about programs and policies in languages they understand.
We want to bring in people who are often underrepresented in local decision-making to:
Meet City leaders in a friendly, welcoming space
Celebrate successes and connect
Learn about new opportunities to get involved
Gain new skills and resources
Pre-register online or register on the day of the conference in person in multiple languages.
HSA Webinar – February 13
submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu
Do you have a Health Savings Account (HSA) but aren’t sure how to make the most of it? Join us for an informative webinar on Thursday February 13 at 1:00pm, where we’ll cover everything you need to know about using your HSA effectively—including how to invest your funds for long-term growth.
In this session, you’ll learn:
✔ How to use your HSA for eligible healthcare expenses
✔ Strategies for saving and growing your balance over time
✔ The basics of investing your HSA funds for future medical costs
This is a great opportunity to ask questions and gain insights that can help you maximize your HSA benefits.
Current AI Resources: Integration and Detection Workshop, February 12
submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu
Please join the eLearning team & CTL for a workshop on “Current AI Resources: Integration and Detection” on February 12, 12:30 to 1:30 pm. In this workshop, we will explore options in Moodle for tracking AI usage. We will also discuss how to integrate AI into assignments at various levels (from no AI use to full exploration of AI) and establish expectations for AI use in the classroom.
Facilitators: eLearning Team: Shane Sletten, Susan Hadjiyanis, Nathan Lind, Jad Habib
Location: Marshall Room
Augsburg Theater Presents “Tian” — Opening Next Week
submitted by borden@augsburg.edu
Tian
by Johanna Caroline Schön
directed by Kayla Marie Mielke and Johanna Caroline Schön
February 13–15 | 7:00 p.m.
February 16 | 3:00 p.m.
Tjornhom-Nelson Theater
Students $3; General Admission $5
Who owns history? And who is allowed to tell its stories? The student-written piece “Tian” centers around these fundamental questions. This conflict becomes clear when the audience is led through the life of romantic poet Karoline von Günderrode by two characters with two very different claims to Karoline’s story: Bettine von Arnim, contemporary and close friend of Karoline, who wants to paint a strong, feminist picture; and the Playwright whose goal is to create an enticing, heart-wrenching play. The audience finds themselves in the in-betweens of history, whilst being part of Karoline’s personal journey filled with struggles, doubt, and dreams.
Follow on Instagram @tiantheplay
Faculty Distinguished Contributions Award Nominations
submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu
Award season has started! Celebrate the achievements and contributions of your colleagues and professors. Nominations for the 2025 Faculty Distinguished Contribution Awards are open now through March 10.
There are 6 award categories: Scholarship, Service to the University, Service to the Community, Teaching: Adjunct or Part-time, Teaching: Full-time 5+ years, and Teaching: Full-time 5 years or less. Any members of the Augsburg community can serve as nominators.
Please find full descriptions and nomination forms linked below. Honor a faculty member with your nomination!
Present Your Research at Zyzzogeton – Register by February 18
submitted by crombie@augsburg.edu
Augsburg’s annual Zyzzogeton Student Research Symposium showcases the work of over 50 undergraduate researchers in all academic disciplines and will take place on Tuesday, April 15, 3:00-4:30 PM in Hagfors Center. Students who have conducted research over the course of the last year and would like to present a poster should register using the link below by February 18.
You must have approval from your faculty mentor before registering for Zyzzogeton. If you do not have a formal abstract at this point, please provide a brief description of your research instead. You will have the opportunity to submit a final abstract/make final edits prior to the event. Abstracts will be published on the URGO website.
NOTE: If you’re planning to co-present with another student(s), only one of you needs to register. Be sure to list their names and emails and indicate that they will be co-presenters where specified on the form. All presenters will be included in event correspondence.
Important Dates:
Registration opens – February 4
Registration closes – February 18
Poster making workshop – February 27
Deadline to submit final poster – March 28
Deadline to submit final abstract edits – April 4
If you have any questions, please contact Lara Crombie (crombie@augsburg.edu) or urgo@augsburg.edu.
February 10: Moving from Inclusion to Equity in Music Education, Research Presentation and Discussion
submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu
Moving from Inclusion to Equity: Counterstories of Collegiate Music Students and their Institution’s Stories in Dialogue
Research Presentation and Group Discussion
Date: Monday, February 10th, 12–12:50pm Location: Lindell 301
Presenter: Mallory Alekna, Assistant Professor of Music, Human Development, and Learning
***
Universities and colleges often tell stories about the ways in which they have transformed in order to include and support diverse students. These stories are told through promotional and recruitment materials, values and mission statements, and university branding. It is well documented, however, that institutions maintain themselves, leaving the underlying structures of oppression and exclusion untouched (Ahmed, 2012).
Through this study, I examine the storied conflict between institutions and students, placing the lives of students in direct dialogue with the story of an institution. This study presents stories from multiple students, including those who are working to enact change at their institution. These stories are all being lived and told by students attending an institution that is striving to tell a story of growth and change. Examining these stories side by side, interweaving the stories of students with those of the institution, contributes to our understanding of the complex ways in which students experience equity and inequity, the complex ways in which institutions impact their experiences, and the complicated, untidy, messy work of striving toward equity when systems and structures tend to function “as usual” (Ahmed, 2017b).
Students: Meet Your Legislators at Day at the Capitol
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
Join the Minnesota Private College Council for Day at the Capitol 2025, where you can advocate for increased support for low- and middle-income college students. Your legislators need to hear from you about the Minnesota State Grant program!
What: 2025 Day at the Capitol
Who: Students who receive the Minnesota State Grant
Date: Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Time: 8:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
During Day at the Capitol, you’ll attend a Minnesota State Grant advocacy and lobbying training with student advocates from Augsburg and other Minnesota private colleges. Then you’ll meet with legislators and have lunch at the Capitol. The Minnesota Private College Council will host a Q&A session with public policy experts and policymakers and will provide everything you need to be a successful advocate. We will take the light rail from campus to and from the Capitol together. Plus, free lunch!
Sign up by February 25.
Have questions or need help? Email farrisr@augsburg.edu.
Prep for the Career Fair (Food Every Day, February 10–18)
submitted by omarhh7@augsburg.edu
Mark your calendar. Prep work for the career fair is in FULL-swing! Everyday we’ll have different workshops hosted by our employer partners who wants to see you succeed at the job and internship fair.
All workshops are located in the Strommen Center (across from Einsteins).
Mon Feb 10th, 1-2pm
Decoding the Fair: A Recruiter’s Guide to Making Meaningful Connections
Jazz from Northwestern Mutual shares inside knowledge on what recruiters are looking for at the fair.
Tue Feb 11th, 1:30-2:15pm
The Art of Storytelling in Networking
Learn how to tell your professional story, linking past experiences and future goals with Improve Your Tomorrow.
Wed Feb 12th, 11am-12pm
Elevator Pitches for Career Success
Work on elevator pitches to make memorable professional introductions with College Possible.
Thur Feb 13th, 9:30-10:30am
Building Business Savvy Resumes
Craft your resume bullet points and use industry specific language for business students with Ehlers Public Finance Advisors.
Fri Feb 14th, 10am-2pm
Resumania
Drop by for all day resume review.
Mon Feb 17th, 10am-2pm
Resumania + Share Shop
Drop by for all day resume review and access professional attire from the Share Shop.
Tues Feb 18th, 10am-2pm
Resumania + Share Shop
Drop by for all day resume review and access professional attire from the Share Shop.
Download full list of career prep workshops here: https://careers.augsburg.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/209/2025/02/FINAL-Career-Fair-Prep-Week-.pdf
Affinity Group for BIPOC Faculty: We Belong and Thrive at Augsburg
BIPOC professors teaching within predominately White Faculty groups can experience isolation and marginal belonging. This doesn’t have to be the norm. Join us on Tuesday, February 11th, in Hagfors 109 at 3:30-4:30 to connect, uplift, and empower each other. We will recognize the reality of our lived experiences as educators, fostering scholarship, teaching excellence, and professional growth while supporting one another. A form has been created to gauge your interest about recurring meeting times and interest.
Study Spanish and Mexican Culture This Summer
submitted by rengifoj@augsburg.edu
Spend your summer immersed in the rich culture of Mexico!
Augsburg’s CGEE program offers an engaging and community-based summer experience with a focus on Spanish language and Mexican culture. Students can enroll in one course per 3 1/2 week session and have the opportunity to take up to four courses throughout the summer.
All students earn the Global Competence Certificate (GCC) – a valuable addition to your resume – and can tailor their experience with specialized courses and internships in Business Spanish, Spanish for Ministry, and Spanish for Healthcare Professionals.
In addition to your coursework, you will:
Engage in a homestay experience, immersing yourself in local culture
Travel to Mexico City on an included program excursion
Learn from guest speakers who provide insights into history, culture, and social justice issues
Complete your Augsburg Experience requirement
What You Need to Apply:
Attend an Info Session (or watch online)
Fill out your application online
Answer the essay questions
Review, sign, and submit your cost estimate form
Scholarship Opportunities:
All students will receive an automatic Global Scholarship of $400 per session. Additional Inclusion and Access Scholarships are available for students who identify with underrepresented groups or demonstrate a commitment to social change.
Apply by March 1st and embark on an unforgettable global learning experience!
PAMAL to Costa Rica, July 2025: Information Session
submitted by rohlfsen@augsburg.edu
Are you a graduate student interested in learning about leadership and social determinants of health in Costa Rica? Join us for an information session on zoom, Tuesday, 2/11 from 6-7pm. We’ll go through an itinerary to highlight activities and also talk through course learning outcomes and objectives. (Course is ML 577- University Responsibility & Leadership: A Central American Perspective). We’ll also discuss the CGEE application, costs, and some logistical details for traveling to Costa Rica with a little time for questions at the end. If you’re curious please come and invite your friends!
When: Tuesday, 2/11 from 6-7pm
Where: Zoom (link below)
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/94099660199?pwd=UAC97mxrcZuVi4MKTQhGAQ7cKcNSX0.1
You can find details about the course (including a sample syllabus and itinerary), costs, logistics, important dates, and how to apply at the CGEE registration page below. (CGEE registration deadline is April 1, 2025).
For course related questions feel free to reach out to the teaching faculty, Vanessa Bester (besterva@augsburg.edu). For questions related to the CGEE application, costs, and travel logistics, please reach out to CGEE Program Manager, Nichole Rohlfsen (rohlfsen@augsburg.edu).
Cloud ERP Vendor Demonstration Feedback
submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu
The Cloud ERP project steering committee wants to hear your feedback on any demonstrations you saw this week for Workday. Please use this anonymous survey to give your feedback:
Community Connections Conference: Saturday, February 8, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
The Community Connections Conference is an annual free event that connects residents of Minneapolis, community groups, neighborhoods and local government.
Minneapolis Convention Center, first floor, Hall E, 1301 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404.
Over 100 booths from the City of Minneapolis and other community groups
Workshops and community dialogues on important topics
Performances from local artists
Free lunch!
All communities should feel welcome in City spaces
It should be easy for everyone to get involved and influence important decisions and allll communities should get information about programs and policies in languages they understand.
We want to bring in people who are often underrepresented in local decision-making to:
Meet City leaders in a friendly, welcoming space
Celebrate successes and connect
Learn about new opportunities to get involved
Gain new skills and resources
Pre-register online or register on the day of the conference in person in multiple languages.
HSA Webinar
submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu
Do you have a Health Savings Account (HSA) but aren’t sure how to make the most of it? Join us for an informative webinar on Thursday February 13 at 1:00pm, where we’ll cover everything you need to know about using your HSA effectively—including how to invest your funds for long-term growth.
In this session, you’ll learn:
✔ How to use your HSA for eligible healthcare expenses
✔ Strategies for saving and growing your balance over time
✔ The basics of investing your HSA funds for future medical costs
This is a great opportunity to ask questions and gain insights that can help you maximize your HSA benefits.
Greenhouse First Friday: February 7
submitted by vaneck@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg Biology Department’s rooftop greenhouse grows an appreciation for and deeper understanding of the plants of our planet. The greenhouse is open to the Augsburg campus community on the first Friday of every month this semester, from noon to 3pm. The Augsburg community is invited to come see what we’ve got growing on, enjoy the tropical atmosphere and marvel at hundreds of plant species from all over the world.
The next First Friday of the semester is this week, February 7, 12pm—3pm. The greenhouse is located on the 4th floor of the Hagfors Center.
Stay updated on greenhouse activities by following us on Instagram!
Seeking Survey Participants
submitted by wurstera@augsburg.edu
Hello, my name is Ashley Wurster and I am currently a clinical psychology doctoral student at Augsburg University. I am conducting a research study about how episode patterns in schizophrenia may affect stigmatization levels among mental health practitioners and the general public in Minnesota, and I would like to include you in my research. The study will be completed exclusively online and consist of a survey about your demographics and your experiences with and attitudes on schizophrenia/severe mental illnesses. It should take about 10-15 minutes to complete. To thank you for your participation, there will be an option at the end of the survey to have a $2 bill mailed to you. If you are interested in participating, please use the link below to access the surveys. I appreciate you taking the time to consider participating in this important research.
New Student Positions This Week (2)
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
01/27/2025: Student: IT TechDesk Assistant
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01/27/2025: Student: CGEE Office Assistant
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000038837130-student-cgee-office-assistant
Artist Looking for Housing
submitted by engen@augsburg.edu
Very talented Minneapolis accomplished composure is looking for short term housing starting in April 2025. Length of stay is open and flexible.
New Staff Positions This Week (3)
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
01/31/2025: Academic Advisor
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000040020635-academic-advisor
01/31/2025: Assistive Technology and Accommodations Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000040011270-assistive-technology-and-accommodations-specialist
01/30/2025: Assistant Registrar for Scheduling and Compliance
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000039663989-assistant-registrar-for-scheduling-and-compliance